Follow award-winning filmmakers to tell the surprising story of anole lizards—how they spread through Latin America and the Caribbean, conquered every possible habitat and diversified into hundreds of species—and what they tell us about other species and ecosystems around the world.

ZooLights

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Nov. 23 to Jan. 1 (except Dec. 24, 25 and 31)

Join the thousands of visitors who make ZooLights a part of their annual holiday tradition. A free event, ZooLights includes live music performances, tasty winter treats and plenty of opportunities for holiday shopping. More than 500,000 environmentally-friendly LED lights transform the Zoo into a winter wonderland complete with a dazzling light show set to music!

Please note: ZooLights remains free and open to the public even during special event nights!

Adults can get into the holiday spirit with a specialty spiked hot chocolate, wine or beer. The Zoo's restaurants will also be serving their complete menus, as well as seasonal specials. Food and beverages will be available in the Visitor Center and throughout the park.

Military members must present a valid military ID and matching photo ID to redeem parking, receive concessions coupon and take advantage of retail discount. Concessions coupon is available at any guest services information booth. All offers are only applicable on Dec. 19, 2017.

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Follow award-winning filmmakers to tell the surprising story of anole lizards—how they spread through Latin America and the Caribbean, conquered every possible habitat and diversified into hundreds of species—and what they tell us about other species and ecosystems around the world.